And we’ve been asking you, the Echo readers, to tell us your favourite things about living on Wearside. From the city’s history and heritage to a bit of bait by the coast, you all had some top picks to share. Here are 11 of your favourite things about living in Sunderland.
9. 'The river and the Port of Sunderland'
Pam Todd said: "I love the coast, the river, the Port, historical East End, the parks, the new developments and the fact we have some lovely, charitable people." Photo: Other 3rd Party
10. 'The East End'
Sean Laws: "I have a soft spot for the east end because of the history and heritage as well as family connections. If you know where to look there is history all around Sunderland." This picture was taken at the East End and Hendon Carnival. Photo: PB
11. 'Green spaces'
Wendy Banks said: "Our beautiful coastline and green spaces. Barnes park , Tunstall Hills, Herrington Park etc." Photo: Frank Reid